Adjunct Instructor of Journalism

Sul Ross State University; Alpine (TX); On-site; USD 15,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Sul Ross State University seeks an adjunct instructor of journalism to lead The Skyline staff and teach JOUR 3301, the Student Publications Workshop, each spring and fall. The position also includes teaching JOUR 2311, Introduction to Journalism, once per year and handling a two-course load per semester.

The role involves hiring student staff, managing publication processes, budget planning for Student Publications, and supporting department goals within the Languages & Literature unit on the

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in journalism or related field with relevant experience.
• Classroom teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• The adjunct instructor will advise The Skyline and teach JOUR 3301, the Student Publications Workshop each spring and fall.
• Teach JOUR 2311, Introduction to Journalism, once per year.
• Maintain a two-course load per semester and assist in staffing The Skyline with student editors, writers, designers, and photographers.
• Oversee The Skyline’s publication schedule, editing, layout, and format, and support annual budgeting for Student Publications.

Skills

Classroom teaching

Education

Master’s degree in journalism or related field

Ph.D. in journalism with university teaching

Tools

Blackboard

Job description

Job Title

Job Title Adjunct Instructor of Journalism

Location

Location Alpine

Department

Department Languages and Literature

Job No.

Job No. ADJ994

Posting Date

Posting Date 07/23/2026

End Date

Until Filled Yes

Appointment Date

Required

Required:

• Master’s degree journalism or related field with relevant experience.
• Classroom teaching experience.

Preferred

Preferred:

• Ph.D. in journalism with significant university teaching experience, both in-person and online.
• Experience with learning platforms such as Blackboard.

Primary Responsibilities

Job Description

The adjunct instructor of journalism will serve as advisor to the student newspaper The Skyline in the course of teaching JOUR 3301, the Student Publications Workshop each spring and fall semester. The instructor will also teach JOUR 2311, Introduction to Journalism one time per year and a variety of other courses supportive of the minor. The course load will be two courses per semester.

The adjunct instructor of journalism is also responsible for hiring The Skyline’s staff of editors, writers, designers, and photographers with the assistance of the Languages & Literature administrative assistant. They oversee The Skyline’s publication schedule, the editing process, layout and design, and the publication format, all of which are ultimately managed the student staff. They will assist the department chair and the advisor to the Sage in formulating the annual budget for Student Publications, which is proposed by the chair to Student Life. The Student Publications budget will support travel to the Convention of the Texas Intercollegiate Press Association with students.

Security Sensitive:

This position is classified as Security-Sensitive and is thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code §51.215 and Texas Government Code §411.094, which authorize employers to obtain and review criminal history record information for applicants.

Responsible for personal safety and the safety of others; must exercise due caution and practice sate work habits at all times.

Other Information

It is the policy of Sul Ross State University to provide equal employment opportunity for all persons in accordance with their individual, job related qualifications and without consideration of race, creed, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status and ancestry. Equal employment opportunities shall be afforded in all personnel actions or decisions including, but not necessarily limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, upgrading, promotion, demotion, termination and salary. Retaliation is prohibited against a person who opposes a discriminatory practice, files a charge, testifies, assists or participates in an investigative proceeding or hearing.

Notice of Availability of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report

The report contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Noncampus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years.

A paper copy of the report will be provided upon request. If you would like to receive a paper copy, you can contact the Office of Student Life, located on the Alpine Campus in the Morgan University Center, Room 211 or you can request that a copy be mailed to you by calling 432-837-8424 or emailing [e-mail]

About SRSU

Our campuses span a fascinating part of Texas—Alpine, in the heart of the beautiful Big Bend area, and Del Rio, Eagle Pass and Uvalde along the vibrant, bicultural Texas/Mexico border. What you’ve heard is true – there is something very special about the areas we serve in our great State, and Sul Ross State University is vital to the continued growth and progress of our students and the communities we serve. Sul Ross State provides students with the education they need to translate their passions into a fulfilling career. This life-changing experience has a multi-generational impact, transforming the lives of our students, their families and positively impacting the communities in which they reside. We value learning and strive to provide high quality education in a welcoming, supportive environment. We take pride in the fact that we serve a diverse population including many first-generation college students as well as non-traditional students, international students, student-athletes and graduate students. From teaching, coaching and law enforcement, to science, ranch management and the Fine Arts, SRSU offers more than 60 undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Known as the Frontier University of Texas, Sul Ross encourages each student to explore their own frontiers and to exceed their educational, personal and professional goals. For more information about how we’re strategizing for the future, I invite you to visit www.sulross.edu.

Required Documents

• Letter of Intent
• Transcripts
• Letter of Recommendation (1)
• Letter of Recommendation (2)
• Curriculum Vitae
• Letter of Recommendation (3)

Optional Documents

• Transcript 2
• Transcript 3

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Are you legally authorized to work in the US?
  • Yes
  • No
• Will you now or in the future require Sul Ross State University to provide employment visa sponsorship to obtain or maintain your employment eligibility in the US?
  • Yes
  • No
• If yes, please indicate the type of employment authorization or visa sponsorship you anticipate needing.

  (Open Ended Question)